The app works by showing you a series of profiles with a set of pictures and a short description. Tinder became incredibly popular in 2013 and recent research claims that the app now matches 10million new potential couples every single day. There are no laws in place to help with or prevent this.ĭating apps are now part of everyday life but how do you know which one is going to find you your perfect match? We give you the lowdown so you know which app to download. However, it is thought that there is still wide ranging discrimination and harassment of gay people in China. Up until 1997 it was completely illegal and it was only in 2001 that it was removed from the Ministry of Health's list of mental illnesses.
It was only relatively recently that homosexuality began to become more acceptable with in the Chinese community.
Tinder, similarly recently announced plans to develop the app adding in paid for services and an 'undo' button in case you accidentally swipe left for someone you don't fancy. They are also planning to offer a premium paying service. They are apparently going to use the new funding to expand the app into different countries. The app actually boasts a similar user interface to Grindr allowing the user to scroll through thumbnail shots of potential suitors before clicking on them to send them a message.
Lu Zhong and Liu Wangqiang are out and proud: It was only in 1997 that homosexuality was legalised in China